The 49th edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race lived up to its fame as the first of seven starts got underway at 15 minute intervals in a breezy Solent. Strong southwesterly winds, gusting into the 30s, blew up the Channel with a building wind-against-tide sea state.
Rolex Fastnet Race
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Just over a year out from the August 2021 start of the race proper, join in online for the warmup to the Rolex Fastnet Race with Virtual Regatta.
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In celebration of sailing and those who capture the best moments on the water. We share with you our favourite images captured at Rolex events around the globe. Featured photographers include Carlo Borlenghi, Kurt Arrigo, Chris Cameron, Lloyd Images and Bob Martin
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Award-winning and official Rolex yachting photographer Kurt Arrigo shares some of his favourite shots and his story with Sail + Leisure. Born in Malta in 1969, Kurt Arrigo spent much of his childhood diving in the Mediterranean Sea. His passion for aquatic life lead to a career in photography beginning with an assignment at the America’s Cup in 1992.
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